🌍 Relocation Services in the Middle East
Seamless, human-centred relocations across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar.
Whether you’re relocating a single executive, moving as a family, or building a team in the Middle East, CBD Relocations is here to guide you every step of the way. Our tailored services cater to corporate clients and individuals, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition to your new home.
With over a decade of experience, Lisa van der Watt and the CBD team offer personal, hands-on assistance in navigating every detail of relocation — from city orientation to repatriation.
💼 Who We Support
- Companies expanding into new markets
- HR and Global Mobility teams managing assignments
- Families relocating for a better quality of life
- Individuals navigating solo transitions
Whether you are relocating one person or an entire team, CBD Relocations supports individuals and families with the same level of personalised care, making sure all your needs are covered.
🧭 Our Core Services
- Temporary Accommodation
Short-term solutions to make your arrival smooth and stress-free.
Arriving in a new country can be overwhelming, but we help you find the perfect temporary accommodation that suits your needs, whether you’re arriving solo or with family.
- Hotel bookings and serviced apartment coordination
- Flexible options for both accompanied and unaccompanied stays
- Pre-arrival checks and virtual viewings available
Step-by-step:
- Contact us to discuss your accommodation needs
- We recommend the best options within your budget and timeframe
- Secure your accommodation before you even arrive
- Orientation & Area Preview
Explore your new city before you arrive.
A city tour before your official move can make all the difference. CBD Relocations helps you familiarise yourself with your new surroundings, residential areas, amenities, and local culture.
- City tours of residential areas, shopping, hospitals, and cultural sites
- Explore transport options, recreational zones, and schools
- Preview properties to help you make informed decisions
Step-by-step:
- We arrange a customised area preview tour based on your preferences
- Visit residential areas, check out local facilities, and learn about your neighbourhood
- Receive detailed feedback and recommendations for your move
- Home Search
Let us help you find your perfect home.
Whether you prefer a modern apartment or a family villa, we take the stress out of homefinding with an end-to-end service that ensures you find the right property.
- Property sourcing based on your budget, preferences, and family needs
- Accompanied viewings and virtual tours available
- Lease negotiations and assistance with signing agreements
- Property handover and post-move-in assistance
Step-by-step:
- We begin with a consultation to understand your needs
- Search for the best properties and organise viewings
- Negotiate terms and assist with contract signing
- Ensure the handover process is seamless
- School Search
Guiding your children through the education system.
For families relocating to the Middle East, the education system can be complex. We provide comprehensive school search services to help you find the right fit for your children.
- Availability checks and school recommendations based on curriculum preferences
- Organised school tours and meetings with staff
- Assistance with enrolment and required documentation
Step-by-step:
- We discuss your education needs and children’s ages
- Research schools that match your requirements
- Schedule school visits and help with application paperwork
- Settling-In Support
Support with the essentials of settling into your new life.
We handle all the practicalities of settling into your new home — from setting up utilities to opening a bank account, we’ve got you covered.
- Utility and mobile setup
- Bank account opening and local driver’s licence assistance
- Lease registration and other paperwork (e.g. Ejari in Dubai)
Step-by-step:
- Arrange appointments for utilities, mobile phones, and banking
- Walk you through the documentation process
- Assist in registering your lease and obtaining important licences
- Cultural Awareness Programmes
Helping you integrate smoothly into your new environment.
Understanding local customs, etiquette, and laws can significantly improve your relocation experience. Our cultural awareness programmes ensure that you’re well-prepared to thrive in your new setting.
- Cultural induction sessions and interactive learning
- One-on-one or group sessions focused on the UAE, KSA, Oman, and Qatar
- Information on local heritage, lifestyle, and values
Step-by-step:
- We customise cultural sessions based on your relocation needs
- Conduct interactive training to deepen your understanding of local customs
- Provide useful tips for day-to-day interactions and cultural integration
- Pet Relocation Coordination
Making sure your pets feel at home too.
Pets are family. We assist with every detail of relocating your pets — from travel documentation to customs clearance and safe arrival in your new home.
- Pet relocation coordination with experienced service providers
- Travel requirements, health certificates, and documentation
- Customs clearance and delivery of pets upon arrival
Step-by-step:
- Discuss your pet’s needs and coordinate with a pet relocation partner
- Ensure all documents are in order for safe travel
- Work with handlers to ensure your pet’s comfort during transit
- Household Goods (HHG) Move Coordination
Seamless relocation for your belongings.
CBD Relocations partners with professional moving companies to ensure that your household goods arrive safely and on time, without hassle.
- Packing and transportation of household goods
- Customs clearance and delivery coordination
- Furniture rental available when needed
Step-by-step:
- We partner with a trusted mover to coordinate your HHG shipment
- Prepare items for packing and shipping, ensuring all regulations are followed
- Track the shipment and assist with unpacking upon arrival
- Departure & Repatriation Services
Making your next step as smooth as your first.
Relocating doesn’t stop when you leave — we also offer departure and repatriation services to make sure your move back home is as smooth as possible.
- Lease termination and move-out inspections
- Utility disconnections and deregistration support
- School withdrawal and repatriation coordination
- Pet and household goods departure services
Step-by-step:
- Begin by terminating leases and scheduling property inspections
- Disconnect utilities, deregister from services, and assist with final paperwork
- Coordinate pet and household goods departure services
✨ Why Choose CBD Relocations?
- Tailored services for businesses and families
- Over 10 years of relocation experience across the GCC
- Trusted partnerships with expert service providers
- Comprehensive support for all aspects of relocation and repatriation
- Friendly, personalised service from a local team who understands the region
📖 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The home search process typically takes 1-3 weeks, depending on availability and the client’s preferences. We aim to make this process as efficient and stress-free as possible.